OutPro Forum: Beyond the Politics
GRPS University 1400 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesIn March of 2023, Michigan expanded the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to include protections for gender identity and expression. How does this historic amendment affect business owners, employees, clients, and companywide policies and practices? And what new opportunities do these protections create? Join OutPro as we facilitate a discussion about how the amendment creates new […]
Driving Diversity and Inclusion: Being a Cultural Catalyst
Zoom WebinarJoin us for our Diversity & Talent Webinar Series on Tuesday, October 31 to discover your role in driving diversity and inclusion. Mariah Manuel-Berry, Organizational Development Consultant for Service Express will be joining us to teach how you can be a cultural catalyst in your community. During her presentation, you will: Learn actionable strategies to […]
Monthly Government Affairs Update
Zoom MeetingOn the first Friday of every month, our Government Affairs team hosts a 30-minute virtual meeting to briefly highlight key issues and stay in communication about our top priorities. Join us from 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m for a brief virtual conversation. Sign up below to register and stay in touch for these monthly updates.
ATHENA Leadership Forum
The Rutledge 120 Ionia Ave SW Suite 101, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin Grand Rapids' top women leaders for an afternoon of inspiration! Learn how to foster fierce advocacy in your community while hearing from some of our 2023 ATHENA Awards finalists. Joining us is guest speakers Stella Michael, Director of Digital Services at Corewell Health | Priority Health, and Tarah Carnahan, Executive Director and Co-Founder at […]
Canceled 13th Annual EPIC Awards Gala
JW Marriott Grand Rapids: International Ballroom 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesEPIC is the premier business awards celebration in the region that recognizes exceptional businesses that foster community growth, demonstrate innovation, and have championed alongside others as mentors and collaborators. Join us as we reveal the recipients of the awards live! We invite you to dress for the occasion – this will be the celebration of […]
Marketing Workshop: Elevate Your Online Presence
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesIn this two hour workshop, you'll learn best practices and practical, hands-on tips to elevate your online presence, including: 🖥 Website Setup 📝 Content Creation 🛒 Online Listings A healthy online presence is key for growing businesses in the current day. The Highland Group has been helping companies develop their brand and digital presence for […]
Business Exchange Luncheon
Watermark Country Club 5500 Cascade Road SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Chamber’s most popular networking event provides members and future members with facilitated networking as well as an opportunity to leave the event with at least 14 new, quality leads. Facilitators walk attendees through conversations at one table during lunch, and another after lunch. Expo tables and open networking are also offered. Register for a […]
Safety Training: Prepare for the Unexpected
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesWHAT: Prepare for the Unexpected: Identify Your Greatest Threat - Verbal de-escalation and situational awareness training by Jason Russell at Secure Education Consultants. Leaders are tasked with preparing their facilities and staff for a variety of emergency situations, trying to anticipate any crisis that could happen. But often, our greatest threat is unknown and highly […]
Starting, Supporting, and Sustaining Organizational Resource Groups
Zoom WebinarBelonging is both a byproduct and a reward of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion done right — boosting team engagement, productivity, innovation, and culture within your organization — and Belonging means that everyone has access to what they need and whom they need in order to thrive. In this webinar, we'll focus on one organizational asset […]
Leadership Lesson Breakfast
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesLeadership Lesson Breakfasts feature strong community trustees and leaders sharing valuable leadership lessons. What to expect: 👊 Each of the 3 speakers will share their 10-minute leadership lesson with the audience, packing a punch of inspiration. 🤸♀️ You’ll have the opportunity to network with Chamber members and connect with other leadership program alumni. ☕ We’ll […]
Hump Day Happy Hour
Grand Rapids Chamber Work Café 250 MONROE AVE NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin us the last Wednesday of each month from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. for Hump Day Happy Hour! The Grand Rapids Chamber hosts a monthly happy hour in our Work Café to build a sense of community between our members and staff. Gather ’round for free beer and food brought to you by Barrio […]
Monthly Government Affairs Update
Zoom MeetingOn the first Friday of every month, our Government Affairs team hosts a 30-minute virtual meeting to briefly highlight key issues and stay in communication about our top priorities. Join us from 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m for a brief virtual conversation. Sign up below to register and stay in touch for these monthly updates.
